CVE-2022-24408
CVE-2022-24408 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Sinumerik Mc Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-269.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (11th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-269
- Affected product: Siemens Sinumerik Mc Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A vulnerability has been identified in SINUMERIK MC (All versions < V1.15 SP1), SINUMERIK ONE (All versions < V6.15 SP1). The sc SUID binary on affected devices provides several commands that are used to execute system commands or modify system files. A specific set of operations using sc could allow local attackers to escalate their privileges to root.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-24408?
- A vulnerability has been identified in SINUMERIK MC (All versions < V1.15 SP1), SINUMERIK ONE (All versions < V6.15 SP1). The sc SUID binary on affected devices provides several commands that are used to execute system commands or modify system files. A specific set of operations using sc could allow local attackers to escalate their privileges to root.
- How severe is CVE-2022-24408?
- CVE-2022-24408 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-24408 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-24408?
- CVE-2022-24408 primarily affects Siemens Sinumerik Mc Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-24408?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2022-24408 published?
- CVE-2022-24408 was published on 2022-03-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (4)
- cpe:2.3:o:siemens:sinumerik_mc_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:siemens:sinumerik_mc_firmware:1.15:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:siemens:sinumerik_one_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:siemens:sinumerik_one_firmware:6.15:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
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